Umarex

Umarex was founded in 1972 and has grown into the world's largest manufacturer of over-the-counter firearm replicas. The company is now in its second generation of family leadership and employs approximately 1,000 people worldwide. The core strategy that built the company: acquiring exclusive licenses to produce realistic replicas of well-known weapons that can be sold without firearm restrictions.

Umarex currently holds manufacturing licenses for:

Umarex manufactures airguns across three primary power systems:

• •CO₂-Powered – Gas cartridge models delivering consistent power for rapid-fire shooting. Single cartridges can deliver up to 450 shots depending on the model. Available in pistols, revolvers, and rifles in both .177 BB and .177 pellet calibers.

• •Pneumatic/Pump Action – User-compressed air models requiring no external equipment. Traditional pump-action design with modern engineering standards.

• •Spring-Operated – Break-barrel and spring-piston designs offering simplicity and reliability.

• •PCP (Pre-Charged Pneumatic) – Compressed air systems including the Notos Carbine Kit and Zelos, available in .177 and .22 calibers with energy outputs up to 28 joules.

• •Paintball/MagFed – Markers and ammunition for competitive play
• •Airsoft – Electric, gas-operated, CO₂, and spring-operated systems with full accessory ecosystem
• •Blank-Firing Guns – Pistols, revolvers, and accessories for theatrical/training use
• •Non-Lethal Markers – Paintball-style defense systems

• •CS and pepper sprays
• •Personal Guard System devices
• •Defense lights
• •Tactical batons
• •Handcuffs and restraints
• •Kubotans and tactical pens
• •Shrill alarms

• •Silencers (SD4, SD5 series)
• •Optics and scopes (Umarex, UX, Walther brands)
• •Point-sight systems
• •Laser equipment
• •Spotting scopes and binoculars
• •Tactical flashlights
• •Folding and fixed knives
• •Multi-tools
• •Storage solutions
• •Holsters and transport cases
• •Maintenance kits

UX Strike Force – CO₂ BB rifle (.177 BB, <5.0J)

UX Notos Carbine Kit – PCP compressed air system available in .177 and .22 with kit configuration

UX Zelos – PCP compressed air system in multiple caliber options

Walther PDP Series – Licensed modern tactical replicas in multiple frame sizes

GLOCK Gen5 MOS – Modular optics system versions in both BB and pellet

Umarex 850 M2 – CO₂ pellet rifle available in standard, Target Kit, and XT Kit configurations

Prymex & Synergis Kits – Spring-operated rifle kits for entry-level shooters

Umarex operates a worldwide distributor network shipping to every continent. The company actively seeks new distribution partners and maintains a dealer search tool on their website. Distributors can apply for partnership through their contact system.

Energy outputs range from <1.0 J (light airsoft) to <40 J (high-power PCP rifles). Standard ammunition options include: - .177 BB (4.5mm) - .177 Diabolo/Pellet (4.5mm) - .22 Pellet (5.5mm) - Airgun darts (100-round packs available)

Models ship with or without silencers. Many CO₂ models include double-set configurations with spare slides and silencers.

"Spring power, CO₂ or compressed air – is that really the question? In everyday life we're constantly required to make decisions, some of which are very important. But our products are for having fun – so let's enjoy having a choice."

This philosophy reflects Umarex's approach: no single "best" airgun exists, only the right choice for each shooter's needs.